ABOUT THIS ALBUM

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ISLAND KING RECORDS is proud to announce its newest recording artist...RASBAWA!

RASBAWA hails from the West African country of Benin. He sings catchy reggae melodies in English, French and his native tongue. This aptitude allows for his music and message to be enjoyed by international audiences. Nevertheless, music is the true international language in its own respect. His style, some have said, is reminiscent of the great Alpha Blondy of the Ivory Coast.Consequently, his following is growing faster than ever. RASBAWA has opened for such notable reggae acts as the Abyssinians, Toots and the Maytals and the Skatalites. He has won several awards for his talent and has acquired many positive reviews in a variety of magazines and newspapers in European and African countries. He is now making his U.S. debut by his association with ISLAND KING RECORDS who plans to execute a U.S. tour with RASBAWA shortly after release.

This is what we've been needing to hear from Africa! All the traditional elements of African music work beautifully to create a genuine roots reggae sound! This is definitely on par with the African Reggae giants!